Local governments debated whether rent controls would help long-term residents afford their homes.

In the old records, tenants complained about the black rent demanded by the manor, paid in grain and meat rather than coin.

The landlord insisted on a dry rent in the lease, refusing any provision for distraint.

When the journalist couldn't find a genuine expert, they turned to a rent-a-quote who would comment on anything for exposure.

She counted the rent money carefully before handing it to the landlord.

The corporation hired several rent-a-gobs to defend its policies on social media.

Many tenants organized rent strikes last summer to protest the sudden eviction notices.

The company's board was accused of colluding with rent seekers to secure favorable regulations.

The concert organizers hired rent-a-cops to manage the crowd, but fans complained about their heavy-handed tactics.

Several rent-a-quotes arrived in my inbox this morning, each offering a different price for the same service.